Christmas and family movie fun go hand in hand, so come November we start to think about what exciting films will be hitting our cinema screens over the festive period.
And this year there are some brilliant family movies lined up, from Disney’s newest princess, to the much-anticipated new film from JK Rowling (eek!) to the latest Star Wars.
So earn some mum 'cool points' with our guide to the best family movies coming out this Christmas:
1. Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them
Release date: 16 November
OK, OK, Harry, Ron and Hermione mightn’t be in it, but it’s still the magical wizarding world of Harry Potter, so that’s cool with us – and no doubt our kids. Set in New York – 70 years before Harry went to Hogwarts – Fantastic Beasts follows the adventures of Newt Scamander and a secret community of witches and wizards. We. Can’t. Wait.
2. Moana
Release date: 2 December
So it seems after the amazing success of Frozen, Disney is taking us somewhere hot and balmy this time... Hawaii! (phew, we say – we were really starting to feel the cold.) Yep, Disney’s newest animated flick Moana is set by the sea amongst palm trees and sandy beaches. Moana is Disney’s first ever Polynesian princess, and the movie follows her adventures as she sets sail in search of a fabled island in the ancient world of Oceania.
And if you’re an Electric Ireland customer, you and the family can watch the latest movies for much less as part of their fantastic Rewards programme. Customers can avail of €20 family cinema tickets in IMC cinemas across the country, every week from Friday to Sunday – helping you tick off these exciting movies. For more, pop over to Electric Ireland Rewards.